The Wayro route from Caraguatatuba to Trindade is 66 miles (107 km), about 2 h 18 min of driving without stops.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Brazil: informal housing developments (favelas, vilas, comunidades or conglomerados).
Full advisory: Brazil. Advisory issued: Brazil August 31, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Brazil: “Flooding makes some roads through the Amazon impassable for much of the year.”
| Distance | 66 mi (107 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 18 min |
| Main roads, in order | SP-055 → BR-101 |
| States on the route | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 2.7 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
How the Caraguatatuba to Trindade drive plays out
BR-101 (31 mi) and SP-055 (20 mi) carry about 77% of the 66 miles. It runs through 2 states: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro. Of the 9 stops listed below, 8 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Caraguatatuba to Trindade
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | |
| SP-055 | 1–21 | 20 | São Paulo |
| local roads | 21–29 | 8 | São Paulo |
| connecting roads | 29–32 | 3 | São Paulo |
| BR-101 | 32–63 | 31 | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 63–66 | 3 | Rio de Janeiro |
- Mile 60 of this route: São Paulo → Rio de Janeiro (state line)
Stops between Caraguatatuba and Trindade
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cocanha Beach (mile 8), Tabatinga Beach (mile 11), Ruínas da Lagoinha (mile 18), Museu Histórico Washington de Oliveira (mile 30), Vermelha do Norte Beach (mile 34), Itamambuca Beach (mile 37), Fazenda Beach (mile 52), Núcleo Picinguaba (mile 53)
- Nature and outdoors: Cocanha Beach (mile 8), Tabatinga Beach (mile 11), Vermelha do Norte Beach (mile 34), Itamambuca Beach (mile 37), Fazenda Beach (mile 52), Núcleo Picinguaba (mile 53)
- Museums and history: Ruínas da Lagoinha (mile 18), Aquário de Ubatuba (mile 29), Museu Histórico Washington de Oliveira (mile 30)
Cocanha Beach
Some 12 km from central Caraguatatuba, Cocanha Beach (Praia da Cocanha) is home to artisanal fishing families and has calm, clear water for fishing and diving.
Tabatinga Beach
Tabatinga Beach (Praia da Tabatinga) lies 18 km from central Caraguatatuba, on the boundary with the municipality of Ubatuba.
Ruínas da Lagoinha
In Ubatuba, the Ruínas da Lagoinha, remains of the Lagoinha sugar mill, were listed by CONDEPHAAT in the 1980s for their archaeological interest and are managed by the Ubatuba Art and Culture Foundation.
Aquário de Ubatuba
Opened in February 1996, the Aquário de Ubatuba is a privately run aquarium in Ubatuba whose mission is to preserve and share knowledge of biodiversity.
Museu Histórico Washington de Oliveira
Founded in 2001, the Museu Histórico Washington de Oliveira preserves Ubatuba's history inside the Cadeia Velha, a building designed by Euclides da Cunha and listed as city heritage.
Vermelha do Norte Beach
At the start of Ubatuba's north shore in São Paulo state, Vermelha do Norte Beach is a surf spot with a steep shore break, hollow waves and strong currents.
Itamambuca Beach
Itamambuca is a Ubatuba beach about 15 km north of the town center, between Vermelha do Norte and Félix beaches, and known for hosting international surf championships.
Fazenda Beach
In Picinguaba, within Ubatuba, Fazenda Beach (Praia da Fazenda) is where the Atlantic Forest meets the sea, and it has served as a filming location for movies such as Hans Staden and Desmundo.
Núcleo Picinguaba
Núcleo Picinguaba is a conservation area in Ubatuba, São Paulo state, and one of the ten units of Serra do Mar State Park.
More drives to Trindade
- Historic Village of Mambucaba to Trindade
- Guaratinguetá to Trindade
- Angra dos Reis to Trindade
- Pindamonhangaba to Trindade
- Taubaté to Trindade
- São José dos Campos to Trindade
From Caraguatatuba to other places in Brazil
- Caraguatatuba to Tatuí
- Caraguatatuba to Jaú
- Caraguatatuba to Araxá
- Caraguatatuba to Ituiutaba
- Caraguatatuba to Itumbiara
- Caraguatatuba to Penedo
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Caraguatatuba to Trindade?
About 2 h 18 min of driving without stops, over 66 miles.
How far is Trindade from Caraguatatuba by car?
About 66 miles (107 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Is it safe to drive from Caraguatatuba to Trindade?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Caraguatatuba to Trindade?
In order: SP-055 and BR-101. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Caraguatatuba to Trindade?
Closest to the road: Cocanha Beach (beach, mile 8, 0.3 mi from the route); Vermelha do Norte Beach (beach, mile 34, 0.1 mi from the route); Núcleo Picinguaba (state park, mile 53, 0.2 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.